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humectant

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hu·mec·tant  (hy-mktnt)
n.
A substance that promotes retention of moisture.
adj.
Promoting retention of moisture.

[From Latin hmectns, hmectnt-, present participle of hmectre, to moisten, from hmectus, moist, from hmre, to be moist.]

humectant [hjuːˈmɛktənt]
adj
(Chemistry) producing moisture
n
(Chemistry) a substance added to another substance to keep it moist
[from Latin ūmectāre to wet, from ūmēre to be moist, from ūmor moisture; see humour]
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Noun1.humectant - any substance that is added to another substance to keep it moist
substance - a particular kind or species of matter with uniform properties; "shigella is one of the most toxic substances known to man"
propanediol, propylene glycol - a sweet colorless, viscous, hygroscopic liquid used as an antifreeze and in brake fluid and also as a humectant in cosmetics and personal care items although it can be absorbed through the skin with harmful effects


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Under the agreement terms, Sankyo Pharma will transfer to STADA its 11 proprietary items including endermic antiphlogistic Mobilat and circulatory enhancer and humectant Hirudoid.
A preservative that has humectant and sweetening properties.
For regular washing and conditioning, try Suave Humectant Shampoo and Conditioner ($2, drugstores).
 
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